7th Grade ELA Midterm Review

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What is argumentative writing?

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A type of writing that presents a claim or argument and supports it with evidence and reasoning.

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What is an example of argumentative writing?

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A persuasive essay.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The most intense or exciting part of the plot.

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What are the main parts of a plot?

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Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.

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What is a metaphor?

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A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as.'

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What is the purpose of an introduction in argumentative writing?

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To provide background information and present the main argument.

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What is imagery in literature?

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Descriptive language that appeals to the senses and creates a visual representation.

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What is the purpose of the conclusion in an essay?

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To summarize the main points and restate the thesis or main argument.

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What is personification?

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A literary device where human qualities are attributed to non-human things.

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What is the difference between a narrative and a persuasive essay?

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A narrative tells a story, while a persuasive essay aims to convince the reader of a particular viewpoint.